Max Richter has written the new score for the historical film, Mary Queen of Scots. The movie opens in theaters December 7. Mary Queen of Scots is a retelling of the turbulent life of Mary Stuart (Saoirse Ronan), based on the book Queen of Scots: The True Life of Mary Stuart by Dr. John Guy. Queen of France at 16, at 18 Mary is widowed, defies pressure to remarry and instead returns to her native Scotland to reclaim her rightful throne. By birth, Mary has a rival claim to the throne of Elizabeth I (Margot Robbie), who rules as England s Queen.

Contrary to earlier accounts, and based on Dr. John Guy s research, we see Mary as a capable politician and leader who wanted an alliance with her cousin Elizabeth. Mary fights to govern her unruly kingdom at a time when female monarchs are reviled as monstrous. To secure their thrones, the two Queens make very different choices about marriage and children. Mary s reputation is under continual attack from her enemies, who construct lies about her sexual conduct. Betrayal, rebellion and conspiracies within each court imperil both Queens driving them apart, as each woman experiences the bitter cost of power.

TRACKLIST

1. Max Richter - The Shores Of Scotland
2. Max Richter - Elizabeth's Portrait
3. Max Richter - A Claim To The Throne
4. Max Richter - If Ye Love Me
5. Max Richter - My Crown
6. Max Richter - The Poem
7. Max Richter - Darnley's Visit
8. Max Richter - The Wedding
9. Max Richter - Knox
10. Max Richter - The Hilltop
11. Max Richter - Rizzio's Plea
12. Max Richter - The Ambush
13. Max Richter - Pray For Me
14. Max Richter - A New Generation
15. Max Richter - Darnley's Dismissal
16. Max Richter - Outmaneuvered
17. Max Richter - The Assassination
18. Max Richter - Finale